One who holds a minor but necessary post in a large organization.
Examples:
- Frank knew he was just a cog in the wheel of this giant corporation.
Origin: c. 1930; alludes to the mechanical cog that transmits motion
Synonyms: cog in the machine
One who holds a minor but necessary post in a large organization.
Examples:
Origin: c. 1930; alludes to the mechanical cog that transmits motion
Synonyms: cog in the machine